A Writing Prompt Adventure for the Whole Family Get the scoop on my affiliate links and how they support me in crafting engaging family reading adventures by clicking here. ![]() July is National Ice Cream Month! So let's celebrate with a tastey ice cream adventure! Imagine you and your friends are on a mission to create the biggest, most delicious ice cream sundae ever! Start with a mountain of your favorite ice cream flavors, then pile on the toppings: sprinkles, chocolate sauce, gummy bears, and more! What wild and wacky ingredients do you add? Describe your epic sundae adventure and the fun you have making it together! Idea Generator Here are some questions if you need some ideas for your story:
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![]() Have you ever been blessed by a stranger who just likes to spread happiness? Meet Peggy Hruska—grandma, educator, and crafting wizard. In a world that can sometimes be a bit of a mess, Peggy finds joy in performing random acts of kindness, bringing smiles and story adventures to kids she’s never even met with her handmade crocheted octopus finger puppets. Peggy's Pocket Octupi “I stumbled upon a post on Facebook from Random Acts of Crochet Kindness. People were making these cute crocheted items like bookmarks, worry worms, and octopi, and leaving them around for others to find,” Peggy recalls. Each little treasure comes with a tag telling the finder they can keep it and inviting them to share their discovery on the Facebook page. ![]() Welcome to a World of Fun and Learning! Hey there, fabulous readers and adventure seekers! I am excited to announce the launch of my new website page, where you can now book an author visit or dive into my unique Step into Story Reading Adventures for kids grades PreK – 1st grade. If you're looking to add a sprinkle of excitement and a dash of adventure to your classroom, library, church event, or children’s party, you've found the right place. This page is designed to make it super easy to request a visit. Let’s embark on a magical journey together! ![]() Big Thanks to Barbara Mascareno I want to give a huge shoutout to Barbara Mascareno for including me in her Spanish4Kiddos Virtual Dive into Summer Reading Camp! Creating a kids' read-along video for this project was such a fun, challenging, and rewarding experience. You can check out the video here. ![]() Why Focus on Kids' Mental Health? First of all, it's Mental Health Awareness month. We talk a lot about mental well-being these days -- a subject that definitely impacts many people and deserves attention. But kids often get overlooked. Ignoring their mental and emotional health can hinder their growth, making it hard for them to handle negative emotions. But don't worry! You can help your child manage their mental health in so many ways! And one is through creating interactive story adventures. The following is a list of some of the elements you can tie into story adventures or just utilize à la carte, along with their benefits to your child's mental health. Give Journaling a Try According to Standford Medicine Children's Health, journaling is a fantastic way to kickstart your child's mental wellness journey. Writing down thoughts and feelings helps kids process their emotions better. Plus, it boosts self-esteem, confidence, and communication skills. It's not just about the words—they'll also improve their fine motor skills and handwriting. |
AuthorCindy Lynn Sawyer is an author with a passion for helping to build better futures for kids through reading (and writing) adventures. Subscribe
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